Program Schedule

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8843. Writing Short Stories: Maximizing Impact in Minimal Space
Moderator: Charles Lee Jackson, II

How do you get the best bang for your literary buck? Come listen to our panel of authors discuss how to generate a big story in a small format.
David Boop, John DeChancie, Michael Todd Gallowglas, Charles Lee Jackson II, Yvette d'Entremont
 FRI 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm, La Jolla B

8654. Autograph Session [i]
Autograph Session
Nicholas Doan, Michael Todd Gallowglas, Eytan Kollin
 FRI 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm, Dealer's Room - Autograph Session

8776. Soft World Building in Speculative Poetry
Moderator: Kory Vance

Poetry elevates us from animal to person, from electric currents to connected souls, from unbridled meat and instinct to...er, well, there's no getting out of that last one. Speculative poetry lets the reader escape as in fiction while connecting with themselves. Soft-world building inside poetry immerses readers without overcrowding. This panel can discuss the art of revealing just-enough of a new world for poetry to shine.
Michael Todd Gallowglas, Robert (Bob) Nelson, Wendy Van Camp, Kory Vance, Denise Dumars
 FRI 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm, La Jolla B

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8806. 4 Principles Of Engaging Writing
Solo Panel: Michael Gallowglass

You have characters. You have a plot. You even have settings where the characters and the plot come together. The next step is to combine these elements of your writing in ways that will make your audience fall in love with your story. This workshop uses directed exercises and practical application to teach students the four steps that can transform writing from words, sentences, and paragraphs into an immersive experience that readers just can't put down.
Michael Todd Gallowglas
 SAT 10:00 am - 11:15 am, Marina

8835. How We Develop Our Ideas: From Concept to Creation
Moderator: David Sandner

Seasoned writers share their unique processes for transforming initial ideas into fully realized works.
J.L. Doty, Michael Todd Gallowglas, Charles Lee Jackson II, David Sandner, Dr. Harry Kloor
 SAT 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm, Los Angeles B

8712. GoH Q&A - Larry Niven
Moderator: M. Todd Gallowglas

A legendary author in the realm of hard science fiction, Larry Niven is best known for his award-winning novel "Ringworld" and his collaborations with Jerry Pournelle, including "The Mote in God's Eye" and "Lucifer's Hammer." His work has shaped the genre and continues to influence new generations of writers.
Michael Todd Gallowglas, Larry Niven
 SAT 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm, La Jolla B

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8648. Anthology 101
Moderator: David Boop

Have you either wanted to edit your own anthology or just submit to one? How does one pitch a whole anthology or just a single story? Bestselling editor David Boop brings some the authors from his many anthologies to a Q&A panel where we answer your burning questions. Featuring Eytan Kollin and more!
David Boop, Eytan Kollin, Michael Todd Gallowglas
 SUN 10:00 am - 11:15 am, Los Angeles C

8789. Surviving Neurodiversity in a Normative World Without Losing Your Spiciness
Moderator: Susie Searight

An estimated 20% of the population is Neurodivergent with numbers growing annually. Our culture is rapidly realizing that our most educated and intellectually gifted peoples are neuroatypical. It's time to remove the stigma and embrace our Badassery.
Jason Crawford, Michael Todd Gallowglas, Jules Rivera, Susie Searight
 SUN 11:30 am - 12:45 pm, La Jolla B

8708. Genre Poetry: The New Frontier of Verse
Moderator: Wendy Van Camp

Discover the exciting world of genre poetry, where science fiction, fantasy, and horror meet the art of verse.
Denise Dumars, Michael Todd Gallowglas, Jean-Paul Garnier, L. K. Indigo, Wendy Van Camp, Kory Vance
 SUN 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm, La Jolla A